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Rescued from Isolation: John Moody's Fight for Justice After Bethel Boys Academy Horrors

Susie Spencer, Jenny Smith, Surviving Podcast Network Season 1 Episode 6

In this episode, hosts Susie and Jenny sit down with John Moody, who recounts his traumatic experiences at the Bethel Boys Academy. John shares his backstory of being sent to the academy at the age of 12 due to behavioral issues and outlines the severe abuse and neglect he faced there, including physical violence, forced labor, and emotional manipulation. He details his resilience, the impact of these experiences on his later life, and the eventual reunion with other survivors of Bethel. The conversation also touches on broader issues within the troubled teen industry and the lack of oversight for such facilities.

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